Pollinator Keystone Species

Definition

These are keystone species that play an essential role in pollinating plants, which is crucial for plant reproduction and diversity.

Related terms

Pollination: The transfer of pollen from male parts of a flower to female parts of a flower, leading to fertilization and seed production.

Bees:

Insects known for their role as pollinators, transferring pollen between flowers as they collect nectar.

Flowering Plants (Angiosperms): Plants that produce flowers in order to reproduce. They rely heavily on pollinators like bees, butterflies, bats etc., to help with this process.